Northwest 45 Little League: The Challenger Division

The Challenger Division of Little League is a program for mentally and physically challenged youth, helping them to enjoy the full benefits of Little League participation in an athletic environment structured to their abilities. 

More than the skills of baseball learned through the experience, the value of the Little League Challenger Division is found in the proven therapeutic and socialization benefits of participating in sports, the strengthening of participants’ self-esteem, the opportunities to mainstream into other divisions of play, and the disciplines of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play, which are hallmarks of the Little League program. 

The Little League Challenger Division provides the framework so Little League programs may offer a structured, athletic activity for all youth in their communities.  Playing with the same equipment on the same fields, Challenger Division participants have the opportunity to experience the joys of pulling together as a team, being cheered, and earning awards for their achievements. 

The Challenger Division offers boys and girls with physical and mental challenges, ages 5 to 18 (or the completion of high school), the opportunity to participate in an organized game of baseball program.  The most fundamental goal of the Challenger Division is to give everyone a chance to play. 

Northwest 45 Little League is proud to sponsor all Challenger Division players.  There is no cost to play with us!

Our Challenger division plays on Saturday mornings and would like for you to be a fan!  Come join us for an experience you will never forget! 

For more information, please contact the President of the Challenger League, Jacie Glud – 281-748-6382